TEDxEnna

Speakers

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• Alessia Musìo

  Information Designer and Professor

  Alessia Musìo is an award-winning freelance information designer. With a master’s degree in Communication Design from Politecnico di Milano (cum laude), she has worked internationally with companies, agencies, and institutions. She specializes in turning complex data into accessible visual stories. Alessia is also a university lecturer at IED Milano and the Free University of Bozen-Bolzano, and co-host of Slooowly, a podcast exploring the power of slowness in creative freelancing. Her work blends analytical clarity with a deep sense of empathy.

• Davide Guidara

  Michelin-starred Chef

  Davide Guidara is a Michelin-starred chef known for his groundbreaking work in plant-based fine dining. After years of experience in prestigious kitchens including Don Alfonso, Michel Bras, and Noma, he developed a personal culinary vision rooted in minimalism, umami, and essentialism. At his restaurant I Tenerumi on Vulcano Island, he redefines vegetables as the protagonists of high cuisine. Founder of the Cook More Plants movement, he advocates for a new narrative around plant-based gastronomy. His accolades include Michelin Green Star, Best Young Chef 2023, and Forbes 30 Under 30.

• Elena Goretti

  Journalist and Communication Strategist

  Elena Goretti is a professional journalist and communication strategist, partner of the agency Mate. She holds a degree in Moral Philosophy with a thesis on public opinion in the work of Jürgen Habermas, and specialized in Communication Analysis and Management at Università Cattolica in Milan. She has worked for years both in editorial offices and as a freelance journalist. Today, she develops communication strategies for companies, public figures, and institutions. She writes a regular column for Vanity Fair titled "Voluntary Evolution of Pregnancy". As an adoptive mother of two daughters, she shares her story to promote a new language around non-biological families and inclusive parenthood.

• Emanuele Primavera

  Jazz Drummer and Composer

  Emanuele Primavera is a jazz drummer and composer from Enna. With a classical background and advanced training from Berklee and Siena Jazz, he has collaborated with renowned musicians like Joe Lovano, Fabrizio Bosso, and Chiara Civello. His latest album Around the Fiery Future (Universal Music) earned him a spot among Italy’s top ten emerging jazz talents. A passionate educator and performer, he blends rhythmic complexity with melodic storytelling in every composition.

• Ilaria Maria Dondi

  Journalist and Gender Equality Advocate

  Ilaria Maria Dondi is a professional journalist specializing in gender issues, with a focus on gender-based violence, discriminatory narratives, and inclusive language. She is the author of Libere. Di scegliere se e come avere figli (Einaudi, 2024), and curates Rompere le uova, a newsletter dedicated to reproductive rights—including the right not to reproduce. Since 2022, she has been recognized as a LinkedIn Top Voice for Gender Equality. Through her work, she aims to dismantle taboos and advocate for a more just and equitable society.

• Ilenia Curiale

  Travel Designer and Content Creator

  Ilenia Curiale is a travel designer and digital content creator specializing in tailor-made itineraries across Sicily. With a background in engineering, she left her corporate job to follow her passion for storytelling and experiential travel. Through her project "Ilenia ti ci deve portare", she helps travelers discover the island’s hidden treasures and cultural roots. She combines logistics, storytelling, and emotional connection to create meaningful journeys, becoming a trusted voice for slow, conscious tourism in Southern Italy.

• IOSNO ‎

  Author and Awareness Facilitator

  IOSNO is a former advertising professional turned spiritual storyteller. Born in Genoa in 1979, he experienced a radical shift after pausing his busy life and unintentionally beginning to meditate. Sitting in silence, he discovered not answers, but space—a stillness beneath the noise of thought. From that space, IOSNO was born: not a method or a guru, but a gentle invitation to remember who we truly are beyond mental habits. Today, IOSNO shares his journey through books, talks, and quiet presence, offering simple and deep spaces for those ready to stop running and start feeling.

• Manolo Luppichini

  Filmmaker and Visual Storyteller

  Manolo Luppichini is a filmmaker, reporter, and multimedia artist whose work spans over 25 years. He has directed documentaries, music videos, campaigns, and investigative reportages across Europe, the U.S., Africa, and the Middle East. A pioneer in blending emerging technologies, social issues, and visual storytelling, Manolo has founded several independent media projects aimed at raising awareness and inspiring change. He currently serves as Media Director for the NGO ACS Italia and coordinates the Gazaweb project, advocating for freedom of expression through creative media.

• Patrick Vernuccio

  Urban Gardening Advocate and Content Creator

  Patrick Vernuccio, also known as The Frenchie Gardener, is a French author, facilitator, and content creator dedicated to urban gardening. He shares his passion for growing food in small urban spaces with over 1.7 million followers across social media. A certified permaculturist, Patrick promotes regenerative living by reconnecting people with nature, food, and biodiversity. His mission is to inspire greener, more conscious cities and lifestyles, making gardening accessible, joyful, and deeply human—even on a balcony.

• Sara D'Angelo

  Actress, Singer and Theater Educator

  Sara D’Angelo is a multidisciplinary performer, actress, and musician. Trained at the Bernstein School of Musical Theater in Bologna, she has worked across genres including musical theatre, commedia dell’arte, vocal ensembles, and socially engaged performance. She collaborates with companies such as BAKIVO and Ambaradan Teatro, performing in shows for children and adults. She also teaches acting and music to young students, blending education, activism, and creativity in her artistic practice.

• Sergio Beercock

  Performer, Musician and Poet

  Sergio Beercock is an Anglo-Sicilian performer, singer-songwriter, poet, and theater artist. With two critically acclaimed solo albums (Wollow, Human Rites) and collaborations with names like Giovanni Sollima and Emma Dante, his work spans music, ritual, and embodied performance. His practice blends voice, body, and storytelling in experimental formats that have reached festivals like Santarcangelo, Romaeuropa, and the Cannes Film Festival. He’s also the author of the poetry collection vocecorporito and an active collaborator in European multidisciplinary projects.

• Simone Scarpello

  Video Artist and Creative Technologist

  Simone Scarpello is a video artist and co-founder of Pixel Shapes, a leading creative studio in multimedia and immersive experiences. He is also a professor at the Academy of Fine Arts in Catania. Specializing in video mapping, interactive installations, and audio-visual performances, Simone has brought digital art projects to life across Europe and Latin America. From the Farnesina Digital Art Experience to major immersive exhibitions like Inside Banksy and Da Vinci Experience, his work bridges art, architecture, and technology.

• Valentina Presutti

  Associate Professor and AI Researcher

  Valentina Presutti is an Associate Professor at the University of Bologna and Senior Researcher at ISTC-CNR, where she leads the STLab. She holds a PhD in Computer Science and is a leading figure in the fields of semantic web, knowledge graphs, and ontology engineering. She coordinated the EU-funded Polifonia project and authored over 150 scientific publications. She is Editor-in-Chief of the Journal of Web Semantics and serves on the editorial boards of other major journals. Valentina is also co-director of the International Semantic Web Research Summer School.

• Walter Riviera

  AI Engineer and Technical Director EMEA at Intel

  Walter Riviera is an AI engineer, PhD and former Technical Director for Intel in Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. With a strong background in HPC and system architecture, he leads innovation projects involving responsible artificial intelligence. TED speaker and author of nine scientific publications, Walter is passionate about natural interaction technologies and increasing awareness of ethical AI. His curiosity drives him toward different cultures, new foods, and human connections as much as toward cutting-edge technology.